Emergent Software

Jr- mid Level Database Administrator -Engineer Exciting Opportunity: Database Engineer in a Dynamic Tech Environment Are you a passionate database enthusiast ready to level up your skills in a fast-paced, innovative setting? We're seeking a talented Database Engineer who's more than just a classic DBA—you're someone who thrives on integrating databases into larger system architectures, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving optimizations for peak performance, rock-solid reliability, and seamless scalability. This position is on a high-impact support team, specializing in application database engineering for mission-critical platforms. You'll dive into a high-stakes, low-latency world where your work directly powers real-time operations and empowers users to make game-changing decisions.Key Responsibilities

• Architect, roll out, and manage both relational and non-relational database systems that keep everything running smoothly.
• Fine-tune database performance, craft smart indexing strategies, and optimize query execution for lightning-fast results.
• Build and refine SQL scripts, stored procedures, and triggers to supercharge data operations.
• Safeguard database reliability, uptime, and security in Linux environments, ensuring zero tolerance for downtime.
• Handle backups, run recovery drills, and design robust disaster recovery plans to keep data safe and sound.
• Keep a vigilant eye on system health, diagnose performance bottlenecks, and resolve connectivity hiccups on the fly.
• Team up with developers, data wizards, and DevOps pros to fuel cutting-edge, data-powered applications.
• Automate routine tasks with shell scripting and tools, freeing you up for the fun, creative stuff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a similar field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• 1-5 years in database engineering or admin roles—perfect for early-career pros looking to grow.
• Solid Linux skills, including shell scripting, monitoring, and scheduling with cron jobs.
• Expert-level SQL know-how and experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle.
• Bonus points for dabbling in NoSQL tech such as MongoDB or Redis.
• Proficiency with database monitoring and performance tuning tools to spot and squash issues.
• Strong grasp of data integrity, normalization, and indexing techniques.
• Sharp problem-solving abilities and top-notch communication skills to collaborate effectively.

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with cloud database services (think AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or GCP Cloud SQL) to scale in modern environments.
• Knowledge of replication, clustering, and high-availability configurations for unbreakable systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control like Git to streamline workflows.
• Exposure to data warehousing and ETL processes for handling big data challenges.

If you're eager to tackle complex problems, experiment with emerging tech, and make a real difference in a collaborative, forward-thinking team, this is your chance to shine. Apply now and kickstart your career in database engineering! If Interested please forward your resume to [email protected] Kevin McCarthy Liberty Personnel